Field Tech 1

Pace® Analytical Services•Beaver, WV

About The Position

The Field Tech 1 provides assistance with collecting, testing, processing, and maintaining field and environmental samples, including air, soil, and water samples. The role applies fundamental field and environmental support practices and completes related forms, documents, and databases. Work is performed outdoors and in office and laboratory settings, with travel and exposure to weather and potentially hazardous environmental or laboratory conditions. The position provides field services such as collecting samples, completing test kits, and taking, documenting, and communicating results. It also involves preparing vehicles and supplies for daily operations, transporting samples and materials, maintaining records, supporting staff and management with field and environmental procedures, and assisting with compliance and issue resolution. The employee contributes to effective customer service and teamwork while following organizational policies and receiving guidance or escalating matters when needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid driver's license; continued employment depends on maintaining required licenses and certificates in active status.
Ability to perform fundamental field and environmental support duties and provide standard support for field and environmental testing.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Knowledge of customer service, safe driving, field and environmental support practices, program administration, problem-solving methods, sample maintenance policies, and related computer systems.
Ability to maintain databases, forms, documents, and related information; interpret and explain organizational policies and procedures; and exercise initiative and judgment within established procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively, provide customer service, work independently and as part of a team, and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force and frequently exerting up to 20 pounds to move objects.
One year of experience in a laboratory or environmental setting is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience in related work.
One year of experience in a laboratory or environmental setting.

Responsibilities

Provide field services by collecting samples, completing test kits, and taking, documenting, and communicating results.
Pick up, transport, and deliver results, samples, documents, materials, and other items as needed.
Prepare a vehicle or truck for daily operations, including documents, kits, supplies, materials, and safety items.
Review, complete, and process logs, documents, databases, and related information.
Provide fundamental support and assistance to staff and management regarding field and environmental support policies, programs, and practices.
Help research issues and develop recommendations to resolve employee, management, and customer issues.
Assist with reviewing and implementing field and environmental support policies, practices, and programs.
Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, seeking guidance or escalating issues when required.
Suggest improvements and direct or participate as an active member of a work team to support departmental service and effectiveness.
Promote Pace Analytical’s mission and a courteous, cooperative, and effective workplace when interacting with customers and staff.

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate 100% vesting in the employer match
Life, disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation days
Health savings account (HSA)
Wellness program
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Parental leave
Optional legal coverage and identity theft protection